Raffia Place Mat
Woven rectangular mats made from raffia strips obtained from palm leaves, used as table setting protectors. Raffia is a plaiting material, and the mats are made directly to shape, not matching the specific basket articles, so they classify as 'Other'.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8% | — | 8% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the place mats are sold with a matching basket or bag
The basket or bag component would be classified under 4602.90.10, but the mats alone remain under 4602.90.90.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the raffia is not combined with textile yarns, which could move it to Chapter 46 heading 46.01 or another chapter
• Declare the mats as 'articles of raffia' and avoid calling them textile mats
• Keep a sample to show the material is vegetable plaiting
Related Products under Tariff item 4602.90.90
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A basket woven from abaca (Manila hemp) leaf strips, which qualify as plaiting materials under Chapter 46. It is made directly to shape from these vegetable strips and is not covered by the specific basket items in tariff item 4602.90.10, so it falls under the 'Other' basketwork category.
Bamboo Coaster Set
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